Table of Content:
1 Introduction
1.1 Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
1.2 Using Your Operator’s Manual
1.3 Machine Use
1.4 Special Messages
2 Product Identification
2.1 Record Identification Numbers
3 Table of Contents
4 Safety
4.1 Pictorial Safety Signs
4.2 Warning: Riders Can Fall Off And Be Killed
4.3 Read Operator’s Manual
4.4 Read Operator’s Manual
4.5 Caution
4.6 Avoid Injury From Hot Surface
4.7 Avoid Injury From Tipping
4.8 Avoid Injury From Crushing
4.9 Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and Acids
4.10 Drawbar Load
4.11 CE Certification and Specification Label
4.12 Operator Training Required
4.13 Operate Safely
4.14 Parking Safely
4.15 Use Hand Holds
4.16 Use Seat Belt Properly
4.17 Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
4.18 Avoid Tipping
4.19 Stay Clear Of Rotating Drivelines
4.20 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
4.21 Wear Appropriate Clothing
4.22 Avoid High Pressure Fluids
4.23 Practice Safe Maintenance
4.24 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
4.25 Prevent Fires
4.26 Handling Fuel Safely
4.27 Tire Safety
4.28 Using the Lift Cylinder Safety Support
4.29 Attachments
4.30 Check Wheel Hardware
5 Operating
5.1 Daily Operating Checklist
5.2 Dash and Foot Controls
5.3 Console and Miscellaneous Controls
5.4 Adjusting Vehicle Seats
5.5 Using Light Switch
5.6 Using Seat Belts
5.7 Using Fuel Shut-Off Valve (Diesel Models)
5.8 Using the Park Brake
5.9 Using the Differential Lock Lever
5.10 Using the Hydraulic PTO Control Lever
5.11 Using the Lift Cylinder Lever
5.12 Using the 5th Gear Lockout
5.13 Instrument Panel
5.14 Switching Engine Speedometer
5.15 Operating the 5-Speed Synchronized Transmission
5.16 Starting the Engine
5.17 Stopping the Engine
5.18 Testing Safety Interlock System
5.19 Testing Seat and Park Brake Switches
5.20 Testing Neutral Switch
5.21 Testing Auxiliary Hydraulic System Switch
5.22 Operating Vehicle Engine with Operator Off the Seat
5.23 Towing the Utility Vehicle
5.24 Towing Loads
5.25 Transporting Utility Vehicle
5.26 Raising and Lowering the Cargo Box
5.27 Operating the Cargo Box Tailgate
5.28 Removing the Cargo Box Tailgate
6 Replacement Parts
6.1 Service Literature
6.2 Parts
6.3 Part Numbers
7 Service Intervals
7.1 Servicing Your Machine
7.2 Before Each Use
7.3 After Each Use
7.4 Break-in–After First 10 Hours
7.5 Break-in–After First 50 Hours
7.6 Every 100 Hours
7.7 Every 200 Hours
7.8 Every 450 Hours
7.9 Yearly
7.10 Every 2000 Hours or Two Years
7.11 Every 3000 Hours or Three Years
7.12 As Needed
8 Service Engine
8.1 Adjusting Carburetor
8.2 Avoid Fumes
8.3 Engine Oil (Gas)
8.4 Engine Oil–Diesel Model
8.5 Checking Engine Oil Level
8.6 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
8.7 Checking Spark Plugs
8.8 Cleaning Rubber Dust Unloading Valve
8.9 Cleaning Air Intake Screen
8.10 Cleaning Radiator Cooling Fins and Fan Shroud
8.11 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
8.12 Check Air Intake Hose, Hydraulic Hoses, Radiator Hoses and Clamps
8.13 Service Cooling System Safely
8.14 Recommended Engine Coolant
8.15 Checking Coolant Level
8.16 Draining Cooling System
8.17 Flushing Cooling System
8.18 Filling Cooling System
8.19 Replace Fuel Filter (Gas Models)
8.20 Servicing Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl (Diesel Models)
8.21 Checking and Adjusting Alternator Belt
8.22 Replacing Alternator Belt (Gas Models)
8.23 Replacing Alternator Belt (Diesel Models)
9 Service Transmission
9.1 Transmission Oil
9.2 Checking Transmission Oil Level
9.3 Changing Transmission Oil and Filter
9.4 Clean Transmission Oil Strainer
9.5 Grease
9.6 Lubricating the Drive Shaft (4WD Models)
10 Service – Hydraulics
10.1 Hydraulic Oil
10.2 Check Hydraulic Oil Level
10.3 Changing the Hydraulic Oil and Filter
10.4 Clean Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Strainer
10.5 Cleaning Oil Cooling Coils
11 Service Steering & Brakes
11.1 Front Axle Oil
11.2 Checking the Front Axle Oil Level (4WD Models)
11.3 Changing the Front Axle Oil (4WD Models)
11.4 Brake Fluid
11.5 Check Brake Fluid Level
12 Service Electrical
12.1 Removing and Installing the Battery
12.2 Checking Battery Electrolyte Level (Maintenance-Type Battery)
12.3 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
12.4 Using Booster Battery
12.5 Replacing Stoplight/Taillight Bulb
12.6 Replacing Indicator Light Bulb
12.7 Replacing Headlight Bulb
12.8 Checking and Replacing Fuses
13 Service Miscellaneous
13.1 Removing and Installing the Front Grill
13.2 Tightening Wheel Hardware
13.3 Filling Fuel Tank
13.4 Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces
13.5 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
13.6 Removing the Cargo Box
13.7 Installing the Cargo Box
14 Troubleshooting
14.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
14.2 Engine
14.3 Steering
14.4 Brakes
14.5 Electrical System
15 Storage
15.1 Storing Safety
15.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
15.3 Storing the Vehicle
15.4 Removing Vehicle From Storage
16 Assembly
16.1 Delivery Instructions
16.2 Check Fluid Levels
16.3 Checking the Battery
16.4 Check Safety Interlock System
16.5 Check Wheel Hardware Torque
16.6 Check Tire Pressure
16.7 Install Cargo Box
17 Specifications
17.1 Engine (Model 2020-Gas)
17.2 Engine (Model 2030-Diesel)
17.3 Fuel System (Gas Models)
17.4 Fuel System (Diesel Models)
17.5 Electrical System
17.6 Steering and Brakes
17.7 Tires
17.8 Transmission
17.9 Ground Speeds (All Models Equipped with Standard Rear Tires)
17.10 Dimensions
17.11 Turning Circle Clearance
17.12 Weight (Without Attachment)
17.13 Fluid Capacities
17.14 Towing
17.15 Cargo Box
17.16 Recommended Lubricants
17.17 Sound Measurement
17.18 Vibration
18 Declaration of Conformity
18.1 2020 and 2030 ProGator
19 Index
20 Service Statement
20.1 John Deere Parts
20.2 The Right Tools
20.3 Well-Trained Technicians
20.4 Prompt Service
21 Service Record
21.1 Record Service Dates